🥃 Burns Nectar – Malt “Liqueur” (Miniature)

A Sweet Highland Dram in Collectible Mini Form

The “Burns Nectar” name is primarily associated with a Highland single malt whisky, though some miniature labels refer to it as a “malt liqueur.” Below is a concise profile based on available information.

📌 Features & Details

• Brand / Expression: Burns Nectar

• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky (sometimes labeled “malt liqueur”)

• Origin: Highland, Scotland

• ABV: ~40%

• Miniature Size: Typically 50 ml (5 cl)

• Bottler / Producer: House of MacDuff / Cumbrae Supply

• Age Statement: Non-Age-Statement (NAS)

👃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Soft sweetness, honeyed cereal, toasted nuts, shortbread-like dough

• Palate: Mild malt sweetness, almond or walnut notes, toffee, gentle spice

• Finish: Clean oak, a touch of white pepper, lingering mild sweetness

⭐ Independent / Market Review Highlights

• Made with Highland malt from a non-disclosed distillery

• Known for being warm, mellow, and very approachable

• Characterized by a honey-nut and gentle malt profile

• Miniature is commonly used for sampling and accessible gifting

🎁 Presentation & Collectibility

• Ideal For: Miniature collectors, whisky tasters, and casual drinkers

• Serving Recommendation: Best enjoyed neat; a little water can bring out more nutty or oak nuances

• Collector Notes:

  • The miniature is more for sampling than long-term investment

  • Labels calling it a “liqueur” may be misleading — check ABV and bottle information